(KAIR)--Burn bans remain in place for Atchison and Doniphan Counties.

The bans were issued Wednesday.

According to an alert from Atchison County Emergency Management, the bans are necessary due to a High Fire Warning being issued by the National Weather Service.

The bans will remain in place until further notice, with no open burning allowed until lifted.

According to the National Weather Service, strong winds combined with dry conditions and low humidity means dangerous fire conditions for the local area.